Manchester United have intensified their efforts to sign South American attacking sensation Gabriel Veneno, amid interest from rivals Arsenal and Chelsea.
Gabriel Veneno’s sensational rise at Atletico Mineiro hasn’t gone unnoticed. Multiple top clubs from across Europe are keeping tabs on his situation, and according to a report from TEAMtalk, Chelsea, Arsenal and Manchester United are all keen on his signature.
The Red Devils have already stepped up their efforts to sign the 16-year-old as they look to beat the Blues and the Gunners. They have quietly accelerated their background work as they try to bring the Brazilian generational talent to Old Trafford.
Veneno has been doing wonders for Atletico Mineiro’s youth teams. While he is officially a part of their under-17s, he has made four appearances for the under-20s as well. The 16-year-old is yet to feature in the first team, but his heroics at the youth level haven’t gone unnoticed.
He shattered records in 2025, as he became the first player in Brazil’s youth football to score more than 80 goals in a single calendar year. His achievement has resulted in a lot of interest from across Europe. Multiple top clubs have started scouting the teenager ahead of a potential transfer.
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Premier League giants want to sign Veneno
Manchester United are one of the clubs that is extensively scouting the young winger. They are tracking his progress quite closely, and internal reports refer to him as a generational talent. As a result, the Red Devils do not want to miss out on him at any cost.
They have already stepped up their efforts behind the scenes to bring him to the club. With Chelsea and Arsenal also keen on his signature, the Manchester-based giants are doing everything they can to ensure they emerge on top in this race.
Both Chelsea and Arsenal are also aware of his massive potential and would love to make him a part of their setup. However, United are currently the most serious suitor. They are compiling detailed scouting assessments and have been in touch with intermediaries on a regular basis as they look to leapfrog their rivals.
Atletico Mineiro have already secured his future with a new deal until 2028, and he can’t move to Europe until he is 18. But that hasn’t stopped the Premier League giants, who seek a pre-agreement. The next 12 to 18 months could be very important in the race for his signature.